Sony PCV-RZ46G Media Center Help File (Large File - 15.08 MB) - Page 343

About content protection for My Music Licensed or protected files are digital media files that are secured with a license to prevent illegal distribution. The license can specify whether it expires and how you can use the file. The terms of the license are specified by the person or company that provided the file. Just like in Windows Media Player, Media C enter cannot play protected files without a license. If you attempt to access a file that requires a license, you may be prompted to acquire a license before you can begin playing it. There are different ways you can acquire licensed files, but the most common way is to download them from content providers (such as record companies). The content provider may issue a license when you download the file. Otherwise, when you play a file for which you do not have a license, Media C enter attempts to acquire one. You may be required to register, provide a unique player ID, or pay a fee first, depending on the content provider. Another way to acquire licensed files is by copying C Ds with the Copy protect music check box selected in Windows Media Player settings. By using this option, all the tracks you copy are protected files, and licenses are issued at the same time. If you have not already selected this option in Windows Media Player and attempt to copy a C D in Media C enter, you will be prompted to turn on or turn off this option at that time. For additional information on content protection for music files, go to Windows Media Player Help. Related topics Provide a unique ID to content providers Acquire licenses automatically for music Acquire a license manually Manage audio files in the Media Library A music file does not play © 2000-2003 Microsoft C orporation. All rights reserved. Page 343